Blog post
Some New Resources for 2026
We list a few interesting new(ish) online resources which have crossed our desk here at SHWEP H.Q. recently.
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Roots of Magic episode
Martin Stadler on Magic and Religion at the Ancient Egyptian Temple of Edfu
We speak with Martin Stadler on his work deciphering and interpreting the extraordinary temple-complex at Edfu in Egypt. We discuss myth, ritual, the priestly temple-hierarchy, and magical ritual embodied in physical architecture.
Oddcast episode
Coming Back for More, Part VIII: Jonathan Young on Origen of Alexandria
Jonathan Young is our guide into the tantalising evidence as to Origen of Alexandria's reincarnation-teaching. Expect almost-certainties, lacunæ in the evidence, and that kind of indeterminacy which seems to dog Origen's legacy through history.
Podcast episode
Members only: ‘This Fortunate City’: Constantinople Considered as Talisman, Part II
The sixth-century East-Roman antiquarian John of Lydia tells us that a student of Iamblichus, Sōpater of Syria, helped Constantine out with theurgic rituals at the founding of the New Rome. In this episode we consider the swirl of evidence around this supposed event. Featuring a cameo appearance from the eschatological polar gate.
Podcast episode
Members only: ‘This Fortunate City’: Constantinople Considered as Talisman, Part I
In Part 1 of a brace of episodes we explore the New Rome and her occult foundations. Featuring appearances from such luminaries as Apollonios of Tyana and Vettius Valens.
Blog post
Esoteric Island Discs: Carl Abrahamsson
Our castaway is Carl Abrahamsson, a writer, publisher, magico-anthropologist, filmmaker, and photographer whose decades of exploration in the occultural sphere have helped shape the modern magickal landscape. The esoteric island goes back to the source.
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An introduction to the podcast, discussing briefly what we mean by ‘western esotericism’. This episode also answers the burning question, ‘What’s so “secret” about The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast?’ and features a short quiz to test your knowledge of western esoteric history.
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